How can I check the standards of an electrician’s work?

To check the standards and quality of an electrician's work, you can look for reviews and testimonials, ask for examples of previous work or check if they are registered with a reputable body, like NICEIC. You can also check if they offer a guarantee for their work, read customer reviews, and view photos of past projects on MyBuilder.

What should I expect from an electrician?

An electrician should be **licensed and certified, punctual and provide a clear estimate** before starting the job. They should ensure the work meets safety standards and offer a guarantee on their services.

Are electricians required to have insurance?

Yes, electricians are generally required to have **public liability insurance** to protect against accidents or damage during the job. It's always a good idea to ask to see proof of insurance before hiring.

Do electricians charge a call-out fee?

Many electricians charge a **call-out fee** for visiting your property, especially if the job is small or outside of regular hours. It's advisable to confirm the fee in advance to avoid any surprises.

How long does an electrical job take?

The time required depends on the size and complexity of the work. Here’s a general guide: - **Small tasks** (e.g. replacing sockets or light fittings): usually **under an hour** - **Medium jobs** (e.g. installing new lighting circuits or upgrading a fuse box): around **half a day to a full day** - **Large projects** (e.g. full house rewiring or new installations): can take **several days to a few weeks**, depending on the property

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Kwills Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
I’m Kaine from Kwills electrical services , we provide various types of electrical work in Stroud and the surrounding area. Having been employed within the industry for 17 years have decided to start up my own business to provide a more bespoke and personal service.
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Electrical- 13 Jun 2023
Kaine was excellent from start to finish, very knowledgeable & super friendly, talking me through the best way of doing things so I understood what was happening, Would highly recommended. Will definitely be using him for any future jobs.
Pro-lectric
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am an electrician with 25 years experience. I offer a good reliable service on job to big or small.
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Electrical- 10 Jun 2022
Excellent and very profesional Totally recommended!!
J S Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
Welcome to J.S Electrics friendly local domestic electrician. I am a qualified electrician insured to carry out all electrical work in and around your household.
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Had my home rewired by John he was well priced and done a great job.
ATK ELECTRICAL LIMITED
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi my name is Kriss and I'm new to working for myself but have been a qualified Electrician for 8+ years working for some relatively big companies within Skegness on some big projects within a large a team, from Schools to HMO's to some industrial properties. I currently have my BS7671 18th Edition, City and Guilds 2391-52 in Initial Verification, Testing and Inspection. Registered with NAPIT and cover Domestic, Commercial.
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Electrical- 21 Mar 2023
Kris was absolutely brilliant from first contacting him. Turned up on time worked quickly put downlighting throughout the house and outside lights. Really pleased with his work and a really nice person. If you use him you won’t be disappointed would recommend him to family friends or anyone. If we need more electrical work doing will be using again. Really pleased customer.
CS Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
CS Electrical Services, serving Northampton and surrounding areas. Offering a range of electrical services in the Domestic & Commercial sector. Fully Approved (NICEIC) and Insured Contractor. We take pride in the quality of our work and the level of service we provide to our valued customers, offering very competitive rates. Please call today for a free quotation or any advice needed. We also provide an Out Of Hours service for emergency issues.
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Electrical- 19 Sep 2022
Craig turned up when he said, did a very good job, and cleaned up after himself. The fan installation was very neat (no redecoration needed) and did/put everything (switches & vents) where I wanted it. Will definitely use Craig again for my electrical needs.
MZ Tiling LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a family run business, we have been doing tiling for over 30 years. We aim to please evey costumer with the right price our work is guaranteed and 100% per costumer favoured. We are interested in any job small or big. Thank you
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Tiling- 4 May 2022
Really happy with the work done. Arrived on time, was very polite and finished the job swiftly. Even used their own adhesive and didn't charge me extra for it. I was very happy with the price and would recommend. Would certainly use again. Thank you very much.
Grant Mcintosh
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am an Approved Electrician with over 11 years of experience.I always provide a high quality installation and a keen eye for detail. I have experience in commercial, industrial and domestic works. I can provide EV charging, Consumer Unit swaps, Lighting, Sockets, 3 phase supply’s, Inspection and Testing, Fault finding and generator supplies.
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Electrical- 30 Apr 2023
Excellent service- job was completed within a day. Grant did a great job, came across as knowledgable, kept me updated and was really friendly.
Want Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, my name is Terry, I am a fully qualified JIB Electrician, with over 30 years experience, I am availabe to carry out all aspects of electrical installation and maintenance work and testing and Inspection to the IEE 18th edition Wiring Regulations. I am very reliable, reasonable priced and would be willing to give you a free estimate for any work you may require.
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Handyman- 6 Jun 2023
Terry was great. He painted a shed, did a few electric jobs and installing a handrail on our stairs. All were completed to a high standard and on time. Would definitely recommend and will be hiring him again in the future 👍
E i Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a small electrical company that work in the domestic sector carrying all different types of projects from replacing a light right through to a full rewire. We provide a A1 service in anything we do and pride our self on the quailty of our work. Our main goal is to provide a low cost service at a high standard. We have over 20 years experience in this field and are registered with NAPIT, with all the relevant insurance required to work within customers properties.
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Electrical- 13 Jul 2020
If you look for efficient, reliable and cost effective electricians - these are the guys for you. They turned up quickly, didn’t charge the fortune and are very knowledgable. They’ve even came back a week later to finish the job as it could not be done originally due to me not being ready with the room. And they have not charged extra. Very reliable. Will use them again!
E-lectrix
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, My name is Nick. I am the owner of E-lectrix Installations LTD. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile.We pride ourselves on delivering an honest and reliable service to the highest standard. We are fully Insured and NICIEC registered. I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks Nick
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Electrical- 15 May 2018
This was only a small job and some other electricians were not interested or could not fit in, but Nick turned up on time, was polite and courteous and attentive to the needs of his customer. I was very happy with the quality of his work and thought he charged a reasonable rate for the time he was on site. I would happily use E-lectrix again.
Proton Electrical Solutions
Rating: 5 out of 5
We undertake all aspects of electrical work, specialising in home re-wires and renewable energy heating and power installations. We pride ourselves on integrity and making sure the job is completed to the exact specification of the customer (providing they make a good brew). From fault finding to new build installations, we do it all. If you have any queries, feel free to get in touch!
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Electrical- 10 Oct 2022
Amazing lad, very friendly and reasonable prices. Would definitely hire him again.
Unlimited Innovation Ltd
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
We specialise in the careful removal and disposal of building waste, including dismantling of sheds/garden rooms/garages. We are fully licensed waste transfer carriers and dispose all waste responsibly. If you have any projects you would like us to assist with please get in touch.
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Demolition- 26 Aug 2026
Henry and his team were really helpful and efficient. They did an excellent job and tidied up after themselves. Very pleased with what they did and no complaints.
Jamie Edwards
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified electrician for over 12 years. Works carried out from domestic to commercial. No job to small.
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Electrical- 12 Mar 2017
Very happy, job completed and was very impressed with the time taken to ensure everything met what I wanted. Will be using Jamie again in near future.
spencer electrical services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Welcome to Spencer Electrical Services, your friendly local electricians that pride themselves on delivering to you a quality service, with full support and satisfaction from start to finish on your project. Spencer Electrical Services is a proud member of the NICEIC Competent Persons Scheme, UKAS - UK Accreditation Service and Governments Competent Domestic Installer Scheme, so you are in safe hands.
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Electrical- 11 Sep 2022
came and checked fuse box and were very nice and found a screw loose . I am waiting for a message confirming the check
Buds Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified NICEIC Electrician who will undertake any type of work whether big or small. Qualified in certification for work carried out or for landlord safety reports. Also qualified to install Electric Vehicle Charging Installations and PAT Testing. 18th Edition qualified.
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Electrical- 25 Nov 2019
Mark works very quickly and leaves everything clean and tidy. This was not a particularly easy job as it is a conversion. Everything working well and price very reasonable. Will certainly use him again for the next stage.
D P Goodwin Group
Rating: 5 out of 5
D P Goodwin Group pride ourselves on our commitment to provide a professional and efficient service at all times, whilst maintaining the highest quality of work. We have a proven track record of innovative designs, effective problem solving and attention to detail and our goal is to meet and exceed the expectations of every customer. Also great Checkatrade feedback.
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Electrical- 27 Oct 2014
Nice guys, nice job, nice price. Had some sockets and switches moved, really pleased with the works carried out, plus they left the room cleaner than when they started ;) Highly recommend!